1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 42 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1470 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Charger | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Charger | E-Series |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1511 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2111 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3505 mm |
