2009 BMW 135 vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 135 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| 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 | 302 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 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 |
