1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1975 Tatra T613
To start off, 1975 Tatra T613 is newer by 17 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 109 more horse power than 1975 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1975 Tatra T613. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 670 kg more than 1975 Tatra T613. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Tatra T613.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1975 Tatra T613 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tatra |
| Model | Imperial | T613 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2990 mm |
