1999 BMW 740 vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 740 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3899 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2035 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 |
