2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 391 kg more than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 3800 mm |
