2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Tahoe | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3800 mm |
