1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 51 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1250 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2730 mm |
