1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra 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, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1241 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. 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 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (136 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Imperial | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2660 mm |
