2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 293 kg more than 1949 Tatra T600. 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 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Tatra |
| Model | Crossfire | T600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
