1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 830 kg more than 2006 Nissan Armada.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Armada |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5555 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3140 mm |
