1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 25 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 71 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (205 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 930 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | 308 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2350 mm |
