1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1962 Steyr 700C
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 840 kg more than 1962 Steyr 700C. 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1962 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Chrysler | Steyr |
| Model | Charger | 700C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 1950 mm |
