1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 715 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | 911 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2350 mm |
