1999 Bentley Continental vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1999 Bentley Continental is newer by 40 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Continental (422 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Continental weights approximately 90 kg more than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Bentley Continental (875 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Continental | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Bentley | Chrysler |
| Model | Continental | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 422 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3800 mm |
