1988 BMW M6 vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1988 BMW M6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 855 kg more than 1988 BMW M6.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M6. (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M6 | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M6 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3800 mm |
