1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 351 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. 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) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Imperial | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2900 mm |
