1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1995 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 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, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1301 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1995 Mazda MX-3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Imperial | MX-3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1059 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2460 mm |
