1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 55 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 905 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 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 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Imperial | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2685 mm |
