1990 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 31 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, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 135 kg more than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda. (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
Make | Aston Martin | Chrysler |
Model | Lagonda | Imperial |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3800 mm |