1972 Dodge Charger vs. 1971 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1972 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Datsun 240Z. (151 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1971 Datsun 240Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 642 kg more than 1971 Datsun 240Z. 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 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 1971 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Datsun |
| Model | Charger | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2300 mm |
