1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 BMW 320
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 48 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 128 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 965 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Imperial | 320 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2770 mm |
