1999 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 960 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A4 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3800 mm |
