1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 745 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Chrysler | Vauxhall |
| Model | Imperial | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2800 mm |
