1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2001 GMC Sonoma
To start off, 2001 GMC Sonoma is newer by 42 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 158 more horse power than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Sonoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 890 kg more than 2001 GMC Sonoma. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Sonoma. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Sonoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2001 GMC Sonoma | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Imperial | Sonoma |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3130 mm |
