1979 Buick Electra vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1979 Buick Electra is newer by 20 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 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 535 kg more than 1979 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Electra | Imperial |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 5802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3800 mm |