1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1997 Honda NSX
To start off, 1997 Honda NSX 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, 1997 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 862 kg more than 1997 Honda NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1997 Honda NSX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Imperial | NSX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2540 mm |
