1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1966 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1966 Ferrari 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 860 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1966 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | 330 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2610 mm |
