THE GLOBAL CAR CATALOG

Chrysler Imperial Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1940–1948) — Fifth Generation

The fifth-generation Chrysler Imperial was the brand's full-size flagship sedan, built to carry passengers in quiet comfort. Here is what to expect from its mechanical side and how those choices feel on the road.

← All Chrysler models

3 modificationsAll supplied years

Chrysler Imperial Engines and Transmissions

Every Chrysler Imperial engine in this generation runs on gasoline, matched to an automatic transmission driving the rear wheels. Large-displacement units of this era prioritise relaxed, low-effort pulling power over outright revs, so the drivetrain suits steady cruising rather than brisk acceleration, with fuel use to match.

Sedan — Chrysler Imperial Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Chrysler Imperial Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
5.3 MTGasoline5302 cm³137 hp101 kWNot providedManualRWD
5.3 MTGasoline5302 cm³139 hp102 kW353 N⋅mManualRWD
5.3 MTGasoline5302 cm³145 hp107 kW366 N⋅mManualRWD

Chrysler Imperial Dimensions

Sedan — Chrysler Imperial Dimensions

Sedan Chrysler Imperial Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbase
5.3 MT5728 mm1700 mm1700 mm3696 mm
5.3 MT5728 mm1700 mm1700 mm3696 mm
5.3 MT5728 mm1700 mm1700 mm3696 mm