2009 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Porsche 944. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1988 Porsche 944.
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, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Porsche 944. (225 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Crossfire | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Crossfire | 944 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2680 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
