1966 Holden HD vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 597 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Holden | Dodge |
| Model | HD | Charger |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3053 mm |
