1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2006 Ford Crown Victoria 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 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 8 more horse power than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. (239 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 456 kg more than 1955 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Imperial | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2920 mm |
