1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 871 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3800 mm |
