1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 48 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 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1235 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Chrysler | Mini |
Model | Imperial | Cooper |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2470 mm |