1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra 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, both vehicles can yield 276 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Tundra. (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Imperial | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3230 mm |
