2007 BMW M vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 51 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 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 915 kg more than 2007 BMW M.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3800 mm |
