1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 19 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 76 more horse power than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 775 kg more than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Imperial | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2750 mm |
