1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 510 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Imperial | XK |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2752 mm |
