1999 Audi A3 vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1999 Audi A3 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1999 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1999 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A3 | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A3 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3800 mm |
