1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1995 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1995 Lotus Esprit is newer by 36 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, 1995 Lotus Esprit (301 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lotus Esprit. (380 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1995 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
Model | Imperial | Esprit |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2440 mm |