2008 BMW 750 vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 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 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 666 kg more than 2008 BMW 750.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 750 | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 750 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3499 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3800 mm |
