1952 Austin A vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
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, 1952 Austin A (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (191 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | A | Charger |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 78 L |
