1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan 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 116 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 435 kg more than 2009 Mercury Milan. 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Imperial | Milan |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2730 mm |