2008 BMW 528 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 49 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 46 more horse power than 2008 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2008 BMW 528. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 528 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3800 mm |
