1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1975 Porsche 924
To start off, 1975 Porsche 924 is newer by 15 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 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1975 Porsche 924. (125 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1975 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1274 kg more than 1975 Porsche 924. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 924. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1975 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | 924 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2410 mm |
