1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is newer by 1 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, 1971 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Biscayne | Charger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 5211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2680 mm |
