1977 Buick Estate vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1977 Buick Estate 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 123 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 480 kg more than 1977 Buick Estate. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Estate | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Estate | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3800 mm |
