1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Charger weights approximately 873 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | GT | Charger |
Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 368 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 535 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5083 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1478 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 3048 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 72 L |