1982 Cadillac Seville vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1982 Cadillac Seville is newer by 27 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 124 more horse power than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1982 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 710 kg more than 1982 Cadillac Seville. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Cadillac Seville. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Cadillac Seville | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Seville | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4079 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3800 mm |
