2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1968 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Dart. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 240 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart. 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 1968 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Crossfire | Dart |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 92.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
