1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1997 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1997 Dodge Viper is newer by 38 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 795 kg more than 1997 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1997 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | Viper |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 7990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2520 mm |
