1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan 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, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Milan. (221 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 524 kg more than 2008 Mercury Milan. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Imperial | Milan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2730 mm |
