1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Equator 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 14 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (262 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1295 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Equator. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Imperial | Equator |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3560 mm |
