1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 193 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1255 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Imperial | Polo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2470 mm |