1990 Alpine V6 vs. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1990 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1990 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 320 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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alpine V6. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 1990 Alpine V6 has manual transmission. 1990 Alpine V6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine V6 | 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Alpine | Chrysler |
| Model | V6 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
