1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 58 kg more than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | Ram |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3569 mm |
