1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1985 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 928. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | 928 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2510 mm |
