1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 35 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 468 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJS.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Imperial | XJS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2600 mm |
