1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 900 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Imperial | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2850 mm |
