1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2001 Jaguar R Coupe
To start off, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe is newer by 43 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, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 625 kg more than 2001 Jaguar R Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2001 Jaguar R Coupe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Imperial | R Coupe |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2900 mm |
