1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1999 Porsche 911
To start off, 1999 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Porsche 911. (350 Nm). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1999 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2360 mm |
