1987 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (363 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 882 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90. (176 Nm). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 90.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | 90 | 300 |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 363 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 534 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1962 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3053 mm |