1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Hummer H2
To start off, 2007 Hummer H2 is newer by 49 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H2 (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hummer H2 weights approximately 543 kg more than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hummer H2. (496 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hummer H2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hummer |
| Model | Imperial | H2 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2903 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3130 mm |
