1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC
To start off, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 840 kg more than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1969 Ferrari 365 GTC | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | 365 GTC |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2350 mm |
