1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2003 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 45 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 36 more horse power than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 620 kg more than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Buick Park Avenue. (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Buick Park Avenue.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2003 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Chrysler | Buick |
Model | Imperial | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2780 mm |