1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 188 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (430 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Imperial | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2890 mm |
