2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 1960 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 49 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, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. (276 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1960 Chrysler Imperial. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 965 kg more than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alpina Roadster. (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alpina Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 1960 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Alpina | Chrysler |
| Model | Roadster | Imperial |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 296 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 | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3800 mm |
