1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 455 kg more than 2005 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Newport | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
