2007 BMW X3 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 48 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 8 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (268 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 545 kg more than 2007 BMW X3. 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X3. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | X3 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3800 mm |
