1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 5 more horse power than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 356 kg more than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Imperial | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2880 mm |
