2004 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 45 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 79 more horse power than 2004 Audi A4. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 825 kg more than 2004 Audi A4. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A4 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3800 mm |
