1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 35 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 4,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Charger (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1971 Chrysler 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Charger | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 4200 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3490 mm |
