1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1996 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 38 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), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 805 kg more than 1996 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | Viper |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| 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 | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1555 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 |
