2008 BMW 320 vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 53 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, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 940 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 320 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3800 mm |
