2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1962 Lotus Elan
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elan 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 115 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elan. (100 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 895 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elan. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elan. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1962 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lotus |
| Model | Crossfire | Elan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
