1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 46 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, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 980 kg more than 2006 Porsche Carrera GT.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2740 mm |
