2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 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 947 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3800 mm |
