1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1995 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1995 Ford Fairlane 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, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Ford Fairlane. (206 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 780 kg more than 1995 Ford Fairlane. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Fairlane. (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1995 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2930 mm |
