2006 Alpina B3 vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2006 Alpina B3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 734 kg more than 2006 Alpina B3.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Alpina B3. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Alpina B3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina B3 | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | B3 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3800 mm |
