2003 Audi TT vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2003 Audi TT is newer by 45 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, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2003 Audi TT. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2003 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi TT | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | TT | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3800 mm |
