1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 57 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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 700 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (433 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Imperial | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3210 mm |
