1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 44 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 850 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3800 mm |
