1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 57 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 55 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (192 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 439 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Imperial | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2700 mm |
