1987 Cadillac Seville vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1987 Cadillac Seville is newer by 32 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 118 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 880 kg more than 1987 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac Seville. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac Seville.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Cadillac Seville | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Seville | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3800 mm |
