1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1959 Ford Consul
To start off, 1960 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Consul would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1959 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1271 kg more than 1959 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1959 Ford Consul | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Imperial | Consul |
Year Released | 1960 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1702 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1089 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2660 mm |