2001 Audi RS4 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2001 Audi RS4 is newer by 42 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, 2001 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 775 kg more than 2001 Audi RS4.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi RS4. (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi RS4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi RS4 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | RS4 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3800 mm |
