1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1987 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1987 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 840 kg more than 1987 Alpine V6. 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, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | V6 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 7204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3160 mm |
