1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1071 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Imperial | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2880 mm |
