1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Imperial | XJ |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3040 mm |
