1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1135 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Imperial | SL |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2570 mm |
