2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 50 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 670 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | CTS | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3800 mm |
