1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 50 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 14 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1394 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Flex |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3000 mm |
