1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 875 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. 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) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Imperial | Forester |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2530 mm |
