1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1995 Ford Probe
To start off, 1995 Ford Probe is newer by 35 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 161 more horse power than 1995 Ford Probe. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1995 Ford Probe. 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 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Probe. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1995 Ford Probe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Probe |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
