1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2008 Saturn Astra
To start off, 2008 Saturn Astra 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 138 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 Saturn Astra. 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 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2008 Saturn Astra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saturn |
| Model | Imperial | Astra |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2620 mm |
