1972 Plymouth Fury vs. 2011 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2011 Holden Commodore is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 5,976 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Commodore (360 HP) has 185 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
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 Plymouth Fury (394 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Commodore. (290 Nm). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Fury | 2011 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Plymouth | Holden |
| Model | Fury | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5897 cc | 5976 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 360 HP |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
