2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 900 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3800 mm |
