2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1966 Vauxhall Viscount
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall Viscount would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall Viscount is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 44 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. 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 (311 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Vauxhall Viscount.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1966 Vauxhall Viscount | |
| Make | Chrysler | Vauxhall |
| Model | Crossfire | Viscount |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1424 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
