1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 52 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, 2011 Ford Edge (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 414 kg more than 2011 Ford Edge.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Edge. (379 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Edge |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2824 mm |
