1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 641 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Infiniti M. (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | Imperial | M |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2910 mm |
