1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge 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 51 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 57 kg more than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Edge. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Edge |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2154 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3505 mm |
