1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Audi R8
To start off, 2011 Audi R8 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 R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 725 kg more than 2011 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Imperial | R8 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| 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 | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2649 mm |
