1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 14 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (317 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 895 kg more than 1969 Plymouth Barracuda.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (545 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | Imperial | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 545 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2760 mm |
