1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 68 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (208 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 935 kg more than 2007 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | Imperial | Forester |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2530 mm |