1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Audi S4
To start off, 2010 Audi S4 is newer by 50 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, 2010 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 615 kg more than 2010 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Imperial | S4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1826 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2809 mm |
