1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 325 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.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Charger | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
