1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 50 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 94 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 650 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. 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 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Imperial | Equinox |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2858 mm |
