1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia 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 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 147 more horse power than 2010 Opel Insignia. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Imperial | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2737 mm |
