2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 245 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
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 (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Crossfire | 250 GT |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 58.8 mm |
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 | 1485 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |