2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1285 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Impala. (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Impala | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3800 mm |
