1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 49 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 66 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Jeep Commander. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Commander. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | Imperial | Commander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2790 mm |
