1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 28 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) has 223 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. 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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Imperial | Golf |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2340 mm |
