2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 49 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 13 more horse power than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2008 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 572 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | CTS | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3800 mm |
