1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 39 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 810 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3800 mm |
