1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1955 MG Magnett
To start off, both 1955 Chrysler Imperial and 1955 MG Magnett were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1955 MG Magnett. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1955 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1955 MG Magnett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 MG Magnett. (107 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 MG Magnett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1955 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Chrysler | MG |
| Model | Imperial | Magnett |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2600 mm |
