1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 837 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3800 mm |
