1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 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 20 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 225 kg more than 1997 Ford F-150. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3050 mm |
