1999 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado 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 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 655 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado. (407 Nm). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Eldorado | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Eldorado | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4564 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3800 mm |
