1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra 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, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1283 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Imperial | Sentra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2630 mm |