1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 35 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
| Model | Imperial | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2620 mm |
