1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 252 kg more than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Imperial | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3302 mm |
