1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 1979 Porsche 930 is newer by 21 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Porsche 930. (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Imperial | 930 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2510 mm |