1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 807 is newer by 48 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 124 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 807. (152 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 807. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 710 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 807. 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 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 807. (213 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 807.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Imperial | 807 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2830 mm |
