1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 40 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 939 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Charger | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3670 mm |
