1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 49 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 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Imperial | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4160 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2830 mm |
