1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 30 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Wildcat | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3800 mm |
