1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon 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, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Imperial | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2830 mm |
