1977 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1977 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 680 kg more than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Bitter Diplomat. (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Bitter Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bitter Diplomat | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Bitter | Chrysler |
| Model | Diplomat | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3800 mm |
