1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 MG TF
To start off, 2007 MG TF is newer by 35 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 142 more horse power than 2007 MG TF. (114 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2007 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 540 kg more than 2007 MG TF. 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 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 2007 MG TF | |
Make | Dodge | MG |
Model | Charger | TF |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79 mm |
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 | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2380 mm |