2008 BMW 650 vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 720 kg more than 2008 BMW 650.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 650 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3800 mm |
