2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE would be higher. At 3,199 cc, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE (232 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 22 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE. (245 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1960 Ferrari 250 GTE | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Crossfire | 250 GTE |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2953 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 140 L |
