1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 53 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 110 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fusion. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 850 kg more than 2013 Ford Fusion. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2850 mm |
