1959 Buick Invicta vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1959 Buick Invicta is newer by 1 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 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 290 kg more than 1959 Buick Invicta.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Buick Invicta | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Invicta | Imperial |
Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3800 mm |