2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1959 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morgan 4 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 182 more horse power than 1959 Morgan 4. (33 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1959 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 749 kg more than 1959 Morgan 4. 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 (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morgan 4. (73 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morgan 4. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 1959 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 1959 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 1959 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
| Model | Crossfire | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
