1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 41 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 550 kg more than 1996 Buick Roadmaster.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Roadmaster | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3800 mm |
