2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 3,199 cc, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Riley |
| Model | Crossfire | 2.6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2639 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
