1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 800 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Imperial | Mondeo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2860 mm |