2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2008 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (340 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. 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, 2008 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2008 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Crossfire | 612 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 478 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 541 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 20.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 105 L |
