1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 1998 Opel Signum is newer by 43 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 74 more horse power than 1998 Opel Signum. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 834 kg more than 1998 Opel Signum. 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Signum. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 1998 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Imperial | Signum |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2840 mm |
