1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 2007 Ford GT 500
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 35 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford GT 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 2007 Ford GT 500 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Charger | GT 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
