1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 51 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 6 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 604 kg more than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | Imperial | CTS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2880 mm |
