1955 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 925 kg more than 2011 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (298 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Imperial | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2497 mm |
