1962 AC Cobra vs. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1962 AC Cobra. (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 526 kg more than 1962 AC Cobra. 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Cobra. (365 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Cobra | 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | Cobra | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
