1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 39 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 153 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 804 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
