1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2008 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Dodge Ram is newer by 50 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, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 615 kg more than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2008 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | Ram |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3580 mm |
