2002 Acura NSX vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 45 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 27 more horse power than 2002 Acura NSX. (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 930 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura NSX | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | NSX | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3800 mm |
