2004 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. (330 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 59 kg more than 1983 Porsche 959.
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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Crossfire. 2004 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 1983 Porsche 959 has manual transmission. 1983 Porsche 959 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 | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Crossfire | 959 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
