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 21 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 610 kg more than 2006 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 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 | 2999 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3800 mm |
