2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 49 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 810 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Rainier | Imperial |
Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 5802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3800 mm |