1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2010 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Insignia. (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Insignia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Imperial | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2737 mm |
