1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 20 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 168 more horse power than 1978 Ford Mustang. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2560 mm |
