2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1970 Porsche 914
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 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 136 more horse power than 1970 Porsche 914. (79 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 527 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914. 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 (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Porsche 914. (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1970 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Crossfire | 914 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1677 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
