1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1973 Mercury Cougar is newer by 15 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 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (213 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 255 kg more than 1973 Mercury Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Cougar. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chrysler Imperial | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Imperial | Cougar |
Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2910 mm |