1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2008 Citroen C5
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 53 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 141 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 926 kg more than 2008 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2008 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Imperial | C5 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2760 mm |
