1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 354 kg more than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Imperial | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3100 mm |