1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF 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 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 407 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XF.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Imperial | XF |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2908 mm |
