1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra 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. 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 108 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (168 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 890 kg more than 1999 Opel Vectra. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Imperial | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2650 mm |
