1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 48 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 595 kg more than 2009 Ferrari 599.
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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Imperial | 599 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2760 mm |
