1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Malibu 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, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 810 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. (244 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Imperial | Malibu |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2738 mm |