1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 1997 Panoz AIV is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Panoz AIV (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 Panoz AIV.
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 (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Chrysler | Panoz |
Model | Charger | AIV |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |