2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1968 Tatra T603
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Tatra T603 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 111 more horse power than 1968 Tatra T603. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1968 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Tatra T603 weights approximately 29 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 (340 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Tatra T603. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1968 Tatra T603 | |
Make | Chrysler | Tatra |
Model | Crossfire | T603 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1441 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |