2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 52 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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1139 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Avalanche | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3800 mm |
