1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1966 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1966 Jaguar MK II 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, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 908 kg more than 1966 Jaguar MK II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1966 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Imperial | MK II |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2900 mm |
