1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 BMW 330
To start off, 2010 BMW 330 is newer by 54 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, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Imperial | 330 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5423 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2810 mm |
