1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 58 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 313 kg more than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | Imperial | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3302 mm |
