1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 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 F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 19 kg more than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3670 mm |
