1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 850 kg more than 1960 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Excursion. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Excursion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 3210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3490 mm |
