1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 880 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3800 mm |
