1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 53 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, 2011 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 Audi A8.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A8. (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Imperial | A8 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3122 mm |
