1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1185 kg more than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 TVR Tuscan. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | Imperial | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2290 mm |
