2002 Bentley State Limousine vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2002 Bentley State Limousine 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Bentley State Limousine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (400 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Bentley State Limousine should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Bentley State Limousine weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Bentley State Limousine (835 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Bentley State Limousine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Bentley State Limousine | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | State Limousine | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 3390 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6230 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3850 mm | 3800 mm |
