1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2007 Alpina D3
To start off, 2007 Alpina D3 is newer by 50 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, 2007 Alpina D3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 910 kg more than 2007 Alpina D3.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alpina D3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alpina D3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 2007 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Alpina |
| Model | Imperial | D3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2730 mm |
