1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 307 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Imperial | 307 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2610 mm |
