1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1099 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Imperial | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 4250 mm |
