1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2009 BMW 535
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 625 kg more than 2009 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2009 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Imperial | 535 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2890 mm |
