2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1959 Tatra T603
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Tatra T603 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 (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1959 Tatra T603. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1959 Tatra T603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 Tatra T603. 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 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Tatra T603. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Tatra T603.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 1959 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tatra |
| Model | Crossfire | T603 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
