1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2007 Ford Galaxy is newer by 47 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 187 more horse power than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 621 kg more than 2007 Ford Galaxy. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Galaxy. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2840 mm |
