2004 Acura MDX vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | MDX | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3800 mm |
