1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 21 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster. 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 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Boxster. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2416 mm |
