1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 645 kg more than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3030 mm |
