1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1988 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1988 Ford Meteor is newer by 29 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 205 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1988 Ford Meteor | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Imperial | Meteor |
Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2410 mm |