1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 29 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 700 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. 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 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Imperial | Passat |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2720 mm |
