1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Swift 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, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (123 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Swift. 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Swift. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Imperial | Swift |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2390 mm |
