2005 BMW 645 vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 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 645 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 BMW 645.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 645. (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 645 | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 645 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3800 mm |
