1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 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 168 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 307. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Imperial | 307 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2610 mm |
