1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 52 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 210 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Imperial | S |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3165 mm |
