1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 SSC Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Aero 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, 2007 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 806 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 417 kg more than 2007 SSC Aero.
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, 2007 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 887 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Dodge Charger. (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 2007 SSC Aero | |
Make | Dodge | SSC |
Model | Charger | Aero |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 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 | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1090 mm |