1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 34 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 162 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1146 kg more than 1972 Dodge Charger.
Because 1972 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Charger | Bantam |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
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 | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |