2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1961 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1099 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1961 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Express | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 324 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3800 mm |
