1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2010 Alpina B3
To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 51 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, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 800 kg more than 2010 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alpina B3. (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Chrysler | Alpina |
Model | Imperial | B3 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5802 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2730 mm |