1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 BMW M5
To start off, 2010 BMW M5 is newer by 51 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, 2010 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 540 kg more than 2010 BMW M5.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Imperial | M5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2888 mm |
