2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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 23 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 760 kg more than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (224 Nm). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2424 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3800 mm |
