2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 50 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 134 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (142 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 450 kg more than 2009 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 142 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3800 mm |
