2005 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 7 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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 BMW 740. (315 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 460 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Crossfire | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Crossfire | 740 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 447 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |