1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 53 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Imperial | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3650 mm |
