1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 45 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 124 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2000 Mercury Cougar. 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 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Imperial | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2710 mm |
