2006 BMW 320 vs. 1957 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 840 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 1957 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 320 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3800 mm |
