1994 BMW M5 vs. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,795 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (340 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. 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, 1994 BMW M5 (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW M5 | 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M5 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
