1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 BMW 530
To start off, 2012 BMW 530 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 BMW 530. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Imperial | 530 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4907 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2968 mm |
