2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus 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 111 more horse power than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 660 kg more than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1964 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
| Model | Crossfire | Plus 4 Plus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
