1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1975 Volvo 264
To start off, 1975 Volvo 264 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 264. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 910 kg more than 1975 Volvo 264. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 264. (203 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 1975 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Imperial | 264 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2650 mm |
