1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 955 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Imperial | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2360 mm |