What engine did the Chrysler Imperial have?
1949–1954
| Sixth Generation | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 324 cu in (5.3 L) Chrysler I8 331 cu in (5.4 L) Hemihead V8 |
| Transmission | 4-speed Presto-Matic semiautomatic 2-speed PowerFlite automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 131.5 in (3,340 mm) 1953–54 4-door: 133.5 in (3,391 mm) Imperial Crown : 144.5 in (3,670 mm) |
How long is a 1964 Chrysler Imperial?
227.8 in.
1964 Imperial Crown Info Vehicle Length: 227.8 in. Wheel Base: 129 in.
How much does a 1964 Chrysler Imperial weigh?
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
|---|---|
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Production Years for Series : | 1957 – 1966 |
| Price : | $5,580-$6,000 |
| Weight : | 4970 lbs | 2254.354 kg |
What are the specs of a 1964 Chrysler 300?
1964 Chrysler 300 2-Door Hardtop Firepower-305 TorqueFlite (aut. 3) specs gasoline (petrol) engine with displacement: 6277 cm3 / 383 cui, advertised power: 227.5 kW / 305 hp / 309 PS ( SAE gross ), torque: 556 Nm / 410 lb-ft, more data: 1964 Chrysler 300 2-Door Hardtop Firepower-305 TorqueFlite (aut.
What kind of engine did a 1964 Chrysler Imperial have?
A few different engines were used in second-gen Imperials, but only one was offered in any given year. 1964 models came with a 6.8-liter (413 cubic inch) V-8 with a pair of four-barrel carburetors. It produced 375 horsepower and 525 pounds-feet of torque. That was a good amount of power, but then, it had to be.
When did the second generation Chrysler Imperial come out?
When the second generation of the dedicated Imperial brand was launched in 1957, it set a record for Imperial sales that Chrysler was never able to break. But in 1964, the year of the car you see here, Chrysler came closer than any other year.
Why was the Chrysler Imperial nameplate created?
The Imperial nameplate had been around since 1926, and was created in order to compete with Cadillac and Lincoln. It might never have had the 12- and 16-cylinder engines offered in other top tier American luxury cars at the time, but it did a good job of competing with entry level models by being something a bit different from the competition.