2009 BMW 325 vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 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, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 835 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 325 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 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 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3800 mm |
