1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2011 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 248 kg more than 2011 GMC Acadia.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Imperial | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3020 mm |
