1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 40 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 555 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.
Because 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche Cayenne. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Charger | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5561 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2896 mm |
