2006 BMW 630 vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2006 BMW 630 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 22 more horse power than 2006 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 630. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 600 kg more than 2006 BMW 630. 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 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 630 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| 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 | 300 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3800 mm |
