1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 16 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 6,834 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (283 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 60 kg more than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (549 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1975 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Imperial | S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 6834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2870 mm |
