1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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 34 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 860 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Imperial | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1500 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2660 mm |
