1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 34 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 23 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) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (359 Nm). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Charger | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
