1961 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2012 Buick Enclave is newer by 51 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, 2012 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 192 kg more than 2012 Buick Enclave.
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, 2012 Buick Enclave, 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Buick Enclave | |
| Make | Chrysler | Buick |
| Model | Imperial | Enclave |
| Year Released | 1961 | 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 | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5126 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1842 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3020 mm |
