2004 Buick Terraza vs. 1961 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 1961 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Terraza | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3800 mm |
