1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 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 135 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2011 Nissan NP300. 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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2960 mm |
