1988 BMW Z1 vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1988 BMW Z1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1988 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1988 BMW Z1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW Z1. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW Z1 | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Z1 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3800 mm |
