1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four
To start off, 1959 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 480 kg more than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | |
| Make | Chrysler | Daimler |
| Model | Imperial | One-O-Four |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2900 mm |
