2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1322 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | SSR | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3800 mm |
