2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1963 Subaru 360
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Subaru 360 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 (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1963 Subaru 360. (14 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1963 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1963 Subaru 360. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Subaru 360. (30 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 1963 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Crossfire | 360 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 61.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
