1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1993 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1993 Ford Scorpio is newer by 34 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 162 more horse power than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Scorpio. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1993 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2770 mm |
