1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2002 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2002 Nissan Sentra is newer by 43 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 138 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Sentra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2002 Nissan Sentra. 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) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Sentra. (245 Nm). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2002 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2540 mm |
