1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 40 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 217 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1042 kg more than 2000 Citroen C5. 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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Imperial | C5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2760 mm |
