1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 GMC Savana
To start off, 2013 GMC Savana 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 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Savana weights approximately 200 kg more than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Savana. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Imperial | Savana |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3429 mm |
