2008 Audi A3 vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 53 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, 2008 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 945 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A3 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3800 mm |
