1994 BMW M3 vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1994 BMW M3 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 M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 935 kg more than 1994 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M3. (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M3 | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M3 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3800 mm |
