2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 6 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (331 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 25 kg more than 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia.
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, 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm). This means 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2011 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Crossfire | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1214 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 86 L |
