1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 46 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Ferrari 612.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | 612 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 515 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2960 mm |
