1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2005 Lancia Lybra 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 163 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 935 kg more than 2005 Lancia Lybra. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Lybra. (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Imperial | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2660 mm |
