1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Ford Escape
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape 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, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (124 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 890 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape. 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Escape |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2580 mm |
