2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 722 kg more than 2008 Cadillac DTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac DTS. (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac DTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | DTS | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3800 mm |
