2006 BMW X5 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (182 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 730 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | X5 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3800 mm |
