1975 BMW 1502 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1975 BMW 1502 is newer by 16 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, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1975 BMW 1502. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1502. (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 1502 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 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 |
