1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Saturn Sky
To start off, 2009 Saturn Sky 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 105 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Sky. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Sky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1016 kg more than 2009 Saturn Sky. 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 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Sky. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Sky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Saturn Sky | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saturn |
| Model | Imperial | Sky |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
