1988 BMW 525 vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1988 BMW 525 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 825 kg more than 1988 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 525 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3800 mm |
