1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1997 Plymouth Prowler
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Prowler is newer by 42 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, 1997 Plymouth Prowler (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Prowler should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Plymouth Prowler. (345 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Plymouth Prowler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1997 Plymouth Prowler | |
| Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
| Model | Imperial | Prowler |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2880 mm |
