1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1973 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1973 Opel Commodore is newer by 14 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 162 more horse power than 1973 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1973 Opel Commodore. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1973 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Imperial | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2680 mm |
