Chrysler Chronos Explained

Chrysler Chronos
Manufacturer:Chrysler
Production:1998
Class:concept car
Body Style:4-door notchback sedan
Platform:Chrysler LX platform
Layout:FR layout
Engine:6.0L (366 ci) OHC V10, 350 hp
Wheelbase:130.9 in (3327 mm)
Length:205.4 in (5217 mm)
Width:76.5 in (1942 mm)
Height:52.7 in (1338 mm)
Weight:4209 lb (1909 kg)

The Chrysler Chronos is a concept car created by Chrysler in 1998. The Chrysler 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. Only one was produced and it did not go to mass production.

Description of the Chronos

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). The design of the concept has some similarity to the classic 1950s Virgil Exner-era cars. The Chronos has aluminum wheels, a huge wheelbase, and RWD.

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