2009 BMW M3 vs. 1956 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 875 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chrysler Imperial (470 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1956 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1956 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M3 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3800 mm |
