1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Audi S6
To start off, 2011 Audi S6 is newer by 56 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, 2011 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 365 kg more than 2011 Audi S6.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Audi S6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Imperial | S6 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2847 mm |
