2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 366 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Crossfire | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3060 mm |
