2003 BMW 760 vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2003 BMW 760 is newer by 43 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 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 BMW 760.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 760 | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 760 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 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 |
