2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. (210 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 283 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
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 (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 1956 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Crossfire | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.4 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |