2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1968 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 600 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. 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, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 1968 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Crossfire | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
