1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, 2007 Volvo C30 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 59 more horse power than 2007 Volvo C30. (217 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 932 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30. 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 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Imperial | C30 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2650 mm |
