1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 30 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 440 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin Virage.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | Virage | Imperial |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 5802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3800 mm |