2006 BMW 530 vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 46 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, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 530 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3800 mm |
