1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 55 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 492 kg more than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac CTS. (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | Imperial | CTS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1868 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2880 mm |
