1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 40 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 74 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 870 kg more than 1998 Buick LeSabre. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick LeSabre | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | LeSabre | Imperial |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3800 mm |