1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 89 kg more than 2012 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Imperial | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3645 mm |
