2008 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 3,246 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (339 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. 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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire. (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M3 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
