1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1986 Porsche 928
To start off, 1986 Porsche 928 is newer by 26 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, 1986 Porsche 928 (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 770 kg more than 1986 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 928. (439 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1986 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | 928 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1590 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 |
