1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 BMW 545
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 695 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Imperial | 545 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2840 mm |
