1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 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 174 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | Imperial | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2590 mm |