1959 BMW 700 vs. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 769 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 700 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 700 | 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 700 | Crossfire |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 695 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 39 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1399 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |