2002 Acura NSX vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2002 Acura NSX is newer by 44 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, 2002 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 908 kg more than 2002 Acura NSX.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1958 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 | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | NSX | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 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 |
