1996 Chrysler Viper vs. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 138 kg more than 2007 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, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Viper | 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Viper | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
