1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran 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 142 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 692 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touran. (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Imperial | Touran |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2690 mm |