1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Volvo C70
To start off, 2011 Volvo C70 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, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Volvo C70. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 620 kg more than 2011 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Imperial | C70 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2639 mm |
