2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia 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 (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 601 kg more than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. 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 (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1960 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Crossfire | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 1283 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
