1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva 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 52 more horse power than 2010 Holden Captiva. (224 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 515 kg more than 2010 Holden Captiva. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Captiva. (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Imperial | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2710 mm |
