1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR
To start off, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR is newer by 54 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, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,064 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 817 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR (1,060 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Koenigsegg CCXR | |
| Make | Chrysler | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Imperial | CCXR |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 1064 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 1060 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2660 mm |
