1958 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 55 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, 2013 BMW M6 (552 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 430 kg more than 2013 BMW M6.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Imperial | M6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2851 mm |
