2006 BMW 330 vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 588 kg more than 2006 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3800 mm |
