1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 313 kg more than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Express. (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Imperial | Express |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 505 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2673 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3429 mm |