1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1968 Dodge Dart is newer by 9 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 126 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 983 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Dart. (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | Dart |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2830 mm |
