1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 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, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 814 kg more than 2010 Mazda CX-7. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Imperial | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2751 mm |
