2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 51 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, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 827 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Lumina | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3565 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3800 mm |
