2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1969 Ford Capri
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri 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 142 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 488 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 1969 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Crossfire | Capri |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 58.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |
