1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Volvo V70 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 107 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (169 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 791 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volvo V70. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Imperial | V70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2760 mm |
