2001 Acura RSX vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 44 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 118 more horse power than 2001 Acura RSX. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura RSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1138 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | RSX | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3800 mm |
