2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1958 Talbot Lago America
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Talbot Lago America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Talbot Lago America would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1958 Talbot Lago America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 452 kg more than 1958 Talbot Lago America. 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, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Talbot Lago America. (212 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Talbot Lago America.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 1958 Talbot Lago America | |
| Make | Chrysler | Talbot |
| Model | Crossfire | Lago America |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
