2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 47 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 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1282 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Silverado | Imperial |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5324 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 | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 3800 mm |