1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1987 Avanti Avanti is newer by 29 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 89 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 740 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Avanti | Chrysler |
| Model | Avanti | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3800 mm |
