1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2001 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 406 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 140 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 406. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 406. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 406. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2001 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Imperial | 406 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2610 mm |
