1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2013 Nissan Pathfinder 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 20 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (256 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 311 kg more than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| 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 | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2900 mm |
