2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1970 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 535 kg more than 1970 Ford Taunus. 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 (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 1970 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Crossfire | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
