2005 BMW 530 vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 50 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, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 530 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 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 | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3800 mm |
