1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane 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 135 more horse power than 2010 Renault Megane. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 970 kg more than 2010 Renault Megane. 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 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Imperial | Megane |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2530 mm |
