1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2006 Morgan Aero
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 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 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 250 kg more than 2006 Morgan Aero.
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 Morgan Aero (448 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2006 Morgan Aero | |
| Make | Chrysler | Morgan |
| Model | Charger | Aero |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2540 mm |
