2009 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (142 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 134 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (454 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Crossfire | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crossfire | 560 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
