1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre is newer by 18 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 97 more horse power than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 765 kg more than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre. (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1973 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
Make | Chrysler | Rover |
Model | Imperial | 3.5 Litre |
Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2820 mm |