1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1967 Mercury Comet is newer by 12 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 128 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1967 Mercury Comet. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Imperial | Comet |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2950 mm |
