2003 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 47 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, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche. (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Avalanche | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 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 | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3800 mm |
