1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 48 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 107 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mini |
| Model | Imperial | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2470 mm |
