1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 37 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 1 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 308 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Imperial | E |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2720 mm |
