1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2012 Kia Carnival is newer by 53 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 134 more horse power than 2012 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 Kia Carnival. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Carnival. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Imperial | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2910 mm |
