2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 685 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
| Model | Brera | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3800 mm |
