2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 361 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Crossfire | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Chrysler | Plymouth |
Model | Crossfire | Fury |
Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3060 mm |