1971 Buick Riviera vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1971 Buick Riviera is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Riviera (311 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 320 kg more than 1971 Buick Riviera.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Buick Riviera (617 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Riviera | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Riviera | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3800 mm |
