1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1973 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1973 Peugeot 504 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1973 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1973 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1973 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Peugeot 504. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1973 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Imperial | 504 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2910 mm |
