1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour 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 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 151 more horse power than 1997 Ford Contour. (125 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1118 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1997 Ford Contour | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Imperial | Contour |
Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2710 mm |