1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (261 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Boxter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2475 mm |
