1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 56 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 939 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Imperial | Corvette |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2685 mm |