1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 51 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 22 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. (254 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Imperial | S |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3165 mm |
