2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 TVR Griffith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 TVR Griffith would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 560 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith.
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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | Crossfire | Griffith |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
