2006 BMW 760 vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2006 BMW 760 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 BMW 760.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 760 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2400 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 |
