2008 BMW 545 vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 52 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, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 695 kg more than 2008 BMW 545.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 545. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 545 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3800 mm |
