1997 Buick Century vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 39 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 111 more horse power than 1997 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1997 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 840 kg more than 1997 Buick Century. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Century | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3800 mm |
