1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 242 kg more than 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Imperial | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3030 mm |
