1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra 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 138 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (138 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2009 Nissan Sentra. 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 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Sentra |
| 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 | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2690 mm |
