2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1973 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Fairlady 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 106 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 457 kg more than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. 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 (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 1973 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Crossfire | Fairlady |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |