2008 Audi R8 vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 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 R8 (420 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1240 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | R8 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3800 mm |
