1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 851 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Imperial | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 4800 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 | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 4010 mm |
