1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1965 BMW 3200 CS
To start off, 1965 BMW 3200 CS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial 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 116 more horse power than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (160 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 860 kg more than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. 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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 3200 CS. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 3200 CS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 1965 BMW 3200 CS | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Imperial | 3200 CS |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2840 mm |