1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1993 Toyota Supra.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm). This means 1993 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Imperial | Supra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 598 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2560 mm |
