1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1970 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 15 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1970 De Tomaso Pantera.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 De Tomaso Pantera (491 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1970 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
| Model | Imperial | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 491 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2520 mm |
