1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (357 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 535 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus LS. (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Imperial | LS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 357 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2980 mm |
