1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 42 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 86 more horse power than 2001 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 615 kg more than 2001 BMW 730. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2001 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Imperial | 730 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2940 mm |
