1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1969 Mercury Monterey is newer by 10 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 113 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (163 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Monterey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 430 kg more than 1969 Mercury Monterey. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Monterey. (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Monterey.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Imperial | Monterey |
Year Released | 1959 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3160 mm |