1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 770 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Imperial | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2360 mm |