2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 3,499 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350. (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crossfire | 350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 65.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
