2009 BMW 535 vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2009 BMW 535 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 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 845 kg more than 2009 BMW 535.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 535. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 535 | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 535 | 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 | 300 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3800 mm |
