1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy 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 118 more horse power than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1988 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 910 kg more than 1988 GMC Jimmy. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Jimmy. (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Imperial | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2560 mm |
