1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A 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 168 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 470 kg more than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Imperial | A |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2570 mm |