2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1975 Chrysler Sedan
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 248 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. (252 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 370 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Sedan. (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1975 Chrysler Sedan | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Alpina | Sedan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2930 mm |
