1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 1961 Land Rover A 109
To start off, 1972 Chrysler Charger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 5,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Charger (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Chrysler Charger.
Because 1961 Land Rover A 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chrysler Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Land Rover A 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Chrysler Charger (459 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (138 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Land Rover A 109.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chrysler Charger | 1961 Land Rover A 109 | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Charger | A 109 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5561 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2780 mm |