1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 278 kg more than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Imperial | Discovery |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2082 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2550 mm |