1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 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 X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 580 kg more than 2010 BMW X3.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Imperial | X3 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| 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 | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2797 mm |
