2009 BMW 125 vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 49 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, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1034 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 125 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3800 mm |
