2001 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Impala 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, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 782 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Impala | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Impala | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3800 mm |
