1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2012 Nissan Maxima 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, 2012 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 783 kg more than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2776 mm |
