2006 Acura RL vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 48 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, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 785 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | RL | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3800 mm |
