2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 104 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 (420 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Crossfire | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
