2009 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz S 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 (216 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S. (165 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 57 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, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Crossfire | 1992 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Crossfire | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.3 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2950 mm |
