1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 21 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, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 545 kg more than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp. (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1980 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
| Model | Imperial | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2610 mm |
