2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1958 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1958 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 690 kg more than 1958 Ford Vedette. 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 (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Vedette. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1958 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Crossfire | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
