2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 51 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 511 kg more than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | SRX | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3800 mm |
