2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus 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 162 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 519 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Crossfire | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
