2009 BMW 520 vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 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 101 more horse power than 2009 BMW 520. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 775 kg more than 2009 BMW 520. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 520. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 520 | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 520 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3800 mm |
