1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1996 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Continental is newer by 41 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 29 more horse power than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (218 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1996 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 650 kg more than 1996 Lincoln Continental. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lincoln Continental. (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lincoln Continental.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1996 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lincoln |
| Model | Imperial | Continental |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2780 mm |
