1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Ford F-350 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 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1394 kg more than 2009 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3490 mm |
