1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA 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 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 880 kg more than 2011 Lexus LFA.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus LFA. (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus LFA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Imperial | LFA |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2605 mm |
