1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 396 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | New Yorker | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
