1968 Chrysler Newport vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1968 Chrysler Newport. (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1968 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 36 kg more than 2013 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chrysler Newport | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Newport | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
