1969 BMW 1600 vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1969 BMW 1600 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1969 BMW 1600. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1969 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1364 kg more than 1969 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 1600 | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 1600 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3800 mm |
