1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500
To start off, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 is newer by 39 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, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (550 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 weights approximately 360 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, 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 (691 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (459 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Shelby 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 | 2011 Ford Shelby GT 500 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Charger | Shelby GT 500 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5561 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 691 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |