1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 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, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 250 kg more than 2010 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Imperial | X5 |
| 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 | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2934 mm |
