1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 359 kg more than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln Navigator. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | Imperial | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3020 mm |
