1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1993 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1993 Dodge Viper 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 818 kg more than 1993 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1993 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | Viper |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 359 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2520 mm |
