1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1971 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1971 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 12 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Firebird (285 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 764 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1971 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Imperial | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 6547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2750 mm |
