1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2000 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 41 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 207 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (69 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. 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 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Golf. (125 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2000 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Imperial | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2470 mm |
