1994 BMW 750 vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1994 BMW 750 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 330 kg more than 1994 BMW 750.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 750 | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 750 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5379 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3800 mm |
