2006 BMW 330 vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 675 kg more than 2006 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 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 | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3800 mm |
