1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 56 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 909 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | Imperial | Corvette |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 498 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2685 mm |