1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane 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 202 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. 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 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Imperial | Megane |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2550 mm |
