2007 BMW 645 vs. 1961 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2007 BMW 645 is newer by 46 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, 2007 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 670 kg more than 2007 BMW 645.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 645 | 1961 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 645 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3800 mm |
