2005 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DeVille 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 1 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 556 kg more than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac DeVille. (407 Nm). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DeVille | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | DeVille | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3800 mm |
