1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 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, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3800 mm |
