2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 48 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, 2007 Buick Rainier (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Buick Rainier. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Buick Rainier.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Rainier | Imperial |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3800 mm |