1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1 kg more than 1960 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Imperial | Savana |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3429 mm |
