1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord 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 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 785 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Imperial | Accord |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2775 mm |