2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. (200 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1955 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 308 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Crossfire | 88 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3110 mm |
