1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2009 Ford E-250
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 36 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 414 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 2009 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Charger | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3510 mm |
