1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1958 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 1958 Ford Zodiac is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. 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 171 more horse power than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1208 kg more than 1958 Ford Zodiac. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1958 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2720 mm |
