1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1995 Saturn SC
To start off, 1995 Saturn SC 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 154 more horse power than 1995 Saturn SC. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1995 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1995 Saturn SC. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saturn SC. (168 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1995 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saturn |
| Model | Imperial | SC |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2610 mm |
