1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 51 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 6,064 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 650 kg more than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Imperial | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 6064 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3050 mm |
