1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 279 kg more than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lincoln Navigator.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | Imperial | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3023 mm |
