1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2004 Infiniti I
To start off, 2004 Infiniti I is newer by 45 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 52 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 850 kg more than 2004 Infiniti I. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2004 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | Imperial | I |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2760 mm |
