2005 BMW M6 vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2005 BMW M6 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 575 kg more than 2005 BMW M6.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M6. (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M6 | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M6 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3800 mm |
