2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1960 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1960 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 732 kg more than 1960 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Prefect. (70 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1960 Ford Prefect | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Crossfire | Prefect |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 778 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
