1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1990 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1990 Toyota Supra is newer by 32 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 75 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Supra. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 803 kg more than 1990 Toyota Supra. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Supra. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1990 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Imperial | Supra |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2730 mm |