1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1981 Ford Capri
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 22 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 116 more horse power than 1981 Ford Capri. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1981 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1981 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Capri |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2450 mm |
