1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1977 Ford Capri
To start off, 1977 Ford Capri is newer by 18 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 227 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1350 kg more than 1977 Ford Capri. 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 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1977 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Capri |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2570 mm |
