1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 57 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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 590 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Imperial | Camaro |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 319 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1377 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2852 mm |