1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2003 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2003 Opel Speedster is newer by 43 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 131 more horse power than 2003 Opel Speedster. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1484 kg more than 2003 Opel Speedster. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2003 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Imperial | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2710 mm |
