1988 Buick Electra vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1988 Buick Electra 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, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 785 kg more than 1988 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Electra | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Electra | Imperial |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 3800 mm |