2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 47 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 128 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 802 kg more than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3800 mm |
