1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Ford F-350
To start off, 2011 Ford F-350 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-350 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3967 mm |
