1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2013 BMW M5
To start off, 2013 BMW M5 is newer by 53 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, 2013 BMW M5 (493 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 540 kg more than 2013 BMW M5.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 2013 BMW M5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Imperial | M5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4863 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1846 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1469 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2889 mm |
