1977 BMW 528 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1977 BMW 528 is newer by 18 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 98 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 944 kg more than 1977 BMW 528. 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 528 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 528 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3800 mm |
