2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 640 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 1958 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1958 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Vauxhall |
| Model | Crossfire | Victor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
