1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1994 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 35 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 690 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Mustang. (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1994 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2580 mm |
