2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1996 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 1996 Ferrari 512 TR | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Crossfire | 512 TR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 422 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
