2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (180 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 796 kg more than 2007 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (286 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3800 mm |
