2005 BMW 318 vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 965 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 318 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3800 mm |
