1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2003 TVR T 350
To start off, 2003 TVR T 350 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, 2003 TVR T 350 (346 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1256 kg more than 2003 TVR T 350.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR T 350. (393 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR T 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2003 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | Imperial | T 350 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2370 mm |
