1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento 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, both vehicles can yield 276 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 593 kg more than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Imperial | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1767 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2700 mm |
