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 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (171 HP @ 4600 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 510 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 (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 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 | 6392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3160 mm |