2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1965 Tatra T603
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Tatra T603 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 221 more horse power than 1965 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1965 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Tatra T603 weights approximately 63 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Tatra T603. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Tatra T603. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 1965 Tatra T603 has manual transmission. 1965 Tatra T603 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 1965 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tatra |
| Model | Crossfire | T603 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3296 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1407 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
