Chrysler Chronos
Motor vehicle
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The Chrysler Chronos is a concept car created by Chrysler in 1998. The Chronos has a similarity in design to the 1953 Chrysler D'Elegance concept car as well as a similarity to the production model Chrysler 300C.
| Chrysler Chronos | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Chrysler |
| Production | 1998 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Concept car |
| Body style | 4-door notchback sedan |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Platform | Chrysler LX platform |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 6.0 L (366 ci) OHC V10 |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 130.9 in (3327 mm) |
| Length | 205.4 in (5217 mm) |
| Width | 76.5 in (1942 mm) |
| Height | 52.7 in (1338 mm) |
| Curb weight | 4209 lb (1909 kg) |
Overview
The design of the concept has some similarity to the classic 1950s Virgil Exner-era cars. It features an aluminium wheels, a huge wheelbase and RWD layout.
The Chronos is equipped with a naturally aspirated 6.0L (366 ci) OHC V10 engine (built from three 4.7L V8's) with around 350 horsepower (58.3 bhp/Liter).
Gallery
Chrysler Chronos at the 1998 Miami International Auto Show
Interior view
