1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 1996 Lexus SC is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus SC (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus SC weights approximately 110 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger. 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus SC. (365 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 1996 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | Charger | SC |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |
