2007 Cadillac XLR vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2007 Cadillac XLR 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 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 705 kg more than 2007 Cadillac XLR.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac XLR. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac XLR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac XLR | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | XLR | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3800 mm |
