2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 5 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, 2013 BMW 1 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 1 Series weights approximately 133 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 1 Series. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Crossfire | 1 Series |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4373 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1919 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |
