1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 54 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, 2013 Chevrolet Impala (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 682 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Impala. (355 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Imperial | Impala |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1851 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2807 mm |