1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 55 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, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Chrysler | Mini |
Model | Imperial | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4107 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2596 mm |