1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante 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 Panoz Esperante (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 873 kg more than 2006 Panoz Esperante.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Panoz Esperante (570 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Chrysler | Panoz |
Model | Imperial | Esperante |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1487 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2700 mm |