1990 Alpine V6 vs. 1961 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1990 Alpine V6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1990 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, 1961 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1961 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 1961 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | V6 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3800 mm |
