1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1973 Nissan President
To start off, 1973 Nissan President is newer by 13 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 167 more horse power than 1973 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 755 kg more than 1973 Nissan President. 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 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1973 Nissan President | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | President |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2860 mm |
