1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari 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 89 more horse power than 2005 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 466 kg more than 2005 GMC Safari. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chrysler | GMC |
Model | Imperial | Safari |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2950 mm |