1959 Alpine A 106 vs. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1959 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1959 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 908 kg more than 1959 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Alpine A 106 | 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | A 106 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |
