1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (459 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 24 kg more than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | Imperial | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 459 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2156 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2916 mm |
