2009 BMW M3 vs. 1959 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 835 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1959 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 | 1959 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M3 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2360 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 |
