2006 BMW 740 vs. 1961 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2006 BMW 740 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 740 (303 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 BMW 740.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 740 | 1961 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 740 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3800 mm |
