1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 36 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, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 510 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Caprice | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3800 mm |
