1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain 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 94 more horse power than 2011 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 606 kg more than 2011 GMC Terrain. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Imperial | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2858 mm |
