1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2011 BMW 760
To start off, 2011 BMW 760 is newer by 51 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 760 (535 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 80 kg more than 2011 BMW 760.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 760 (745 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2011 BMW 760 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Imperial | 760 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 535 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 745 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 3211 mm |
