1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1996 Plymouth Breeze

To start off, 1996 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 36 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 144 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Breeze.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Chrysler Imperial 1996 Plymouth Breeze
Make Chrysler Plymouth
Model Imperial Breeze
Year Released 1960 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5802 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 276 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2360 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 6170 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3800 mm 2750 mm


 

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