1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 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 172 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1232 kg more than 2009 Mazda 3. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Imperial | 3 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1598 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2650 mm |
