2006 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 302 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. 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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Crossfire | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Crossfire | F430 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 22 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
