1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima 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 25 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Altima. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 900 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Altima |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2810 mm |
