1956 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 55 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, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 390 kg more than 2011 BMW 740.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 740. (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 BMW 740 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Imperial | 740 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 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 | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3211 mm |
