1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima 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 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 739 kg more than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| 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 | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4843 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2775 mm |
