1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 54 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, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 625 kg more than 2012 BMW 328. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2012 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Imperial | 328 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2810 mm |
