1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander 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, 2010 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 5 kg more than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Commander. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | Imperial | Commander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2790 mm |
