1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 38 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, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 595 kg more than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Eldorado | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3800 mm |
