1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 48 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 610 kg more than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | Ram |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 4080 mm |
