2005 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2005 Buick LaCrosse 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 75 more horse power than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 775 kg more than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick LaCrosse. (312 Nm). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick LaCrosse | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | LaCrosse | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3800 mm |
