2007 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 212 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Crossfire | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 74 L |
