1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 485 kg more than 2012 Lexus GS.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GS. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Imperial | GS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| 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 | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2850 mm |
