2005 Audi A3 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2005 Audi A3 is newer by 46 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 175 more horse power than 2005 Audi A3. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2005 Audi A3. 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 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A3 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A3 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3800 mm |
