1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape 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, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Ford Escape. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 696 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Escape. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Imperial | Escape |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2619 mm |