2006 Acura MDX vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 49 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 23 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 785 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | MDX | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3800 mm |
