1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1972 Dodge Charger
To start off, 1972 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 110 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle.
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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Charger. (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1972 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Chevelle | Charger |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6478 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
