1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 46 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 162 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 621 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Imperial | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2850 mm |
