1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 47 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 99 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 6. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 975 kg more than 2002 Mazda 6. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Imperial | 6 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2680 mm |
