1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 47 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 142 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 715 kg more than 2007 Citroen C8. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Imperial | C8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2830 mm |
