1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2001 Mazda 6
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 41 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 134 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 950 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2001 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Imperial | 6 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2680 mm |
