1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S
To start off, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S is newer by 32 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, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (655 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 535 kg more than 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S.
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, 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S (752 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Charger. (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 2004 Koenigsegg CC8S | |
Make | Dodge | Koenigsegg |
Model | Charger | CC8S |
Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 655 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 752 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 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 | 1710 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4191 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1069 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2659 mm |