1989 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 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, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 100. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | 100 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3800 mm |
