2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 621 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
Model | Crossfire | Marauder |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3160 mm |