1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2010 Cadillac SRX is newer by 55 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, 2010 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 484 kg more than 2010 Cadillac SRX.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | Imperial | SRX |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2807 mm |
