1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 40 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1262 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2730 mm |
