1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 55 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1139 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Imperial | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 4250 mm |
