1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2012 Dodge Journey is newer by 52 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, 2012 Dodge Journey (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 598 kg more than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Journey. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | Journey |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2891 mm |
