1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 40 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 173 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Imperial | 406 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2710 mm |
