1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3800 mm |
