2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 88 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 1960 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 | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Silverado | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2272 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3800 mm |
