2009 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 12 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Crossfire | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Chrysler | Avanti |
| Model | Crossfire | Avanti |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
