1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 1988 Saab 9000 is newer by 27 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 101 more horse power than 1988 Saab 9000. (175 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1988 Saab 9000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1027 kg more than 1988 Saab 9000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Chrysler Imperial is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Chrysler Imperial. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Saab 9000. (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Saab 9000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Saab |
| Model | Imperial | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2670 mm |
