1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Envoy (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 299 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Envoy. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Imperial | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3280 mm |
