1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 47 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 512 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Imperial | SL |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2570 mm |
