1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 41 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 438 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 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Charger | 300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4341 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3053 mm |
