1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Volvo V70 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 44 more horse power than 2011 Volvo V70. (232 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo V70.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V70. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Imperial | V70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2820 mm |
