1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 44 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, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 60 kg more than 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2002 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Imperial | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3070 mm |
