2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 160 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 (420 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Oldsmobile 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Crossfire | 88 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3110 mm |
