1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Imperial | ML |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2916 mm |
