2006 BMW M3 vs. 1961 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 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 M3 (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 790 kg more than 2006 BMW M3.
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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 1961 Chrysler Imperial | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | M3 | Imperial |
Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 6170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3800 mm |