1958 BMW 600 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1959 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1810 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 600 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3800 mm |
