1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 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, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 290 kg more than 2012 BMW 750.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 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 750 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Imperial | 750 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3070 mm |
