1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1972 Morgan 4 is newer by 12 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, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1700 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4. 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
| Model | Imperial | 4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2450 mm |
