2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Crossfire would be higher. At 3,199 cc, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. 2011 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2008 Chrysler Crossfire has manual transmission. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Crossfire | 530 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2993 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
