2009 BMW 120 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 50 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 108 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 975 kg more than 2009 BMW 120. 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 120 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3800 mm |
