2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 498 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (645 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm). This means 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2006 Chrysler Crossfire has manual transmission. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Crossfire | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 645 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2118 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
