2009 BMW 335 vs. 1961 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chrysler Imperial.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1961 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 335 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| 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 | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3800 mm |
