1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1991 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 31 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJR-15.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 (570 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1991 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Imperial | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2870 mm |
