1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 Chevrolet Traverse
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 53 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 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse (277 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 219 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. (361 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Imperial | Traverse |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5173 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3020 mm |
