1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari 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 178 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 480 kg more than 2012 Tata Safari. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tata |
| Model | Imperial | Safari |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2660 mm |
