1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2003 MG TF
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 30 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 MG TF. 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 (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2003 MG TF | |
| Make | Chrysler | MG |
| Model | Charger | TF |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
