1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1993 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 790 kg more than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 1993 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2560 mm |
