1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1058 kg more than 2005 Seat Alhambra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Alhambra. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Alhambra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Seat |
| Model | Imperial | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2850 mm |
