2008 BMW X3 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 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 48 more horse power than 2008 BMW X3. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 BMW X3. 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X3 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | X3 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3800 mm |
