2007 BMW 118 vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2007 BMW 118 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1110 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 118 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3800 mm |
