1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster 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, 2012 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Charger | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3967 mm |
