1999 Buick Riviera vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1999 Buick Riviera is newer by 43 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 42 more horse power than 1999 Buick Riviera. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 700 kg more than 1999 Buick Riviera. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick Riviera. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Riviera | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Riviera | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
