1988 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 29 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 84 more horse power than 1988 BMW M3. (192 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1988 BMW M3. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M3. (230 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M3 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2302 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3800 mm |
