1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Alpine A 610. (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine A 610. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 414 kg more than 1990 Alpine A 610. 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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 300. 2012 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine A 610 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine A 610 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | A 610 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1491 mm |
