1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Samsung SM5 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, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2001 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2001 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2001 Samsung SM5. 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Samsung |
| Model | Imperial | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2710 mm |
