1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 705 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Imperial | C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2766 mm |
