2007 BMW X5 vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 204 kg more than 2007 BMW X5.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | X5 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3800 mm |
