1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1968 Opel Olympia is newer by 13 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 188 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1614 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. 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 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Imperial | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1078 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 | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2420 mm |
