2006 Audi S4 vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2006 Audi S4 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, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 480 kg more than 2006 Audi S4.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | S4 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3800 mm |
