1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 253 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
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 (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Porsche 911. (206 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
Model | Charger | 911 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |