2004 BMW 630 vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 49 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, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 624 kg more than 2004 BMW 630.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 630 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3800 mm |
