1972 Dodge Charger vs. 1973 Morgan 4
To start off, 1973 Morgan 4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger 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 171 more horse power than 1973 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1973 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1973 Morgan 4. 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 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 1973 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Dodge | Morgan |
Model | Charger | 4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2450 mm |