1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2003 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2003 Ford Maverick is newer by 44 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 153 more horse power than 2003 Ford Maverick. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 842 kg more than 2003 Ford Maverick. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Maverick. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2003 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Imperial | Maverick |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1518 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2630 mm |