2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1977 Ford LTD
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1977 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 260 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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 1977 Ford LTD | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Crossfire | LTD |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3080 mm |
