2008 BMW M6 vs. 1955 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 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, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 460 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chrysler Imperial. (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M6 | 1955 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M6 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3800 mm |
