1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1018 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2360 mm |
