1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Porsche Cayenne.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Cayenne. (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4511 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2860 mm |
