1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 53 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, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 BMW 750.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 750 (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Imperial | 750 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| 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 | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 697 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3071 mm |
