1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival 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, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (186 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 336 kg more than 2012 Kia Carnival. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Imperial | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2900 mm |
