1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 79 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 816 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Imperial | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1683 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2604 mm |
