1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 54 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, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 851 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Imperial | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3380 mm |
