1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvair is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1266 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvair | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2375 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3800 mm |
