2007 Alpina B7 vs. 1961 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2007 Alpina B7 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 Alpina B7.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alpina B7 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Chrysler Imperial. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Chrysler Imperial.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alpina B7 | 1961 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | B7 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3800 mm |
