1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero 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 6,340 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,187 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 911 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero (1,113 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 603 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 SSC Ultimate Aero | |
| Make | Chrysler | SSC |
| Model | Imperial | Ultimate Aero |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 6340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 1187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 1113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1090 mm |
