2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 3,296 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (148 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 113 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S has manual transmission. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Crossfire | 300S |
Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3296 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |