1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 820 kg more than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 906 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1560 mm |
