1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 855 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
Model | Imperial | Impreza |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2619 mm |