1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 29 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 546 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | V8 Volante | Imperial |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 5802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3800 mm |