1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman 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 11 more horse power than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (265 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2012 Porsche Cayman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1030 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayman. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Imperial | Cayman |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2416 mm |