1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Imperial | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2475 mm |
