1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (304 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 645 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. (370 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Imperial | Camaro |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 304 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1715 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 |