1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 930 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. 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 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Chrysler | Suzuki |
| Model | Imperial | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2700 mm |
