1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera 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 TVR Chimaera (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 TVR Chimaera. (498 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | Imperial | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2290 mm |
