1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 47 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 139 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 645 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Imperial | Focus |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2620 mm |