2004 BMW 320 vs. 1961 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 680 kg more than 2004 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 320. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 1961 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 320 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3800 mm |
