2000 BMW Z8 vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2000 BMW Z8 is newer by 45 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, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 815 kg more than 2000 BMW Z8.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z8 | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Z8 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4939 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3800 mm |
