1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Saturn ION
To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 46 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 136 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saturn |
| Model | Imperial | ION |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2630 mm |
