2001 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 446 kg more than 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
| Model | Vanquish | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3800 mm |
