1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 44 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 72 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 666 kg more than 2004 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 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Imperial | C5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2760 mm |
