1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 1977 Rover 2600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Charger 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 140 more horse power than 1977 Rover 2600. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1977 Rover 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 92 kg more than 1977 Rover 2600. 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, 1972 Chrysler Charger (459 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600. 1977 Rover 2600 has automatic transmission and 1972 Chrysler Charger has manual transmission. 1972 Chrysler Charger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Rover 2600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | Charger | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5561 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
