1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 50 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 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1104 kg more than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3490 mm |
