1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 26 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, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 260 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1985 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Aston Martin |
| Model | Imperial | Lagonda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2920 mm |
