1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1995 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1995 Ferrari F355 is newer by 37 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, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1995 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | F355 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2460 mm |
