1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1999 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 42 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, 1999 Lincoln Navigator (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Lincoln Navigator.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln Navigator. (481 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1999 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | Imperial | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3030 mm |
