1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 45 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 195 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1060 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Imperial | A |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2570 mm |
