2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 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 (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (331 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 535 weights approximately 315 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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2011 BMW 535 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Crossfire | 535 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |