2008 Audi R8 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (414 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 800 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (431 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | R8 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3800 mm |
