2003 BMW 730 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2003 BMW 730 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 570 kg more than 2003 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 730 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 730 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3800 mm |
