2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,837 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. (201 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1984 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 122 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1984 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crossfire | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 3837 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
