2000 BMW X5 vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2000 BMW X5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2000 BMW X5. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW X5. (281 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW X5 | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | X5 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3800 mm |
