1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 49 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 758 kg more than 2009 Dodge Viper.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | Viper |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 8285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 499 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2520 mm |
