1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 48 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 640 kg more than 2008 Maserati Spyder.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Imperial | Spyder |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2450 mm |
