1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2001 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2001 Toyota Supra 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 79 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Supra. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1420 kg more than 2001 Toyota Supra. 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) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Supra. (88 Nm). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2001 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Imperial | Supra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2660 mm |
