2009 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 448 kg more than 2009 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, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Crossfire | 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Crossfire | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 7204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3160 mm |
