1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 54 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, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2649 mm |
