1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 GMC Savana
To start off, 2006 GMC Savana is newer by 50 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, 2006 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 47 kg more than 2006 GMC Savana.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Savana. (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Imperial | Savana |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3440 mm |
