1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 2012 Porsche 911

To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger.

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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Chrysler Charger 2012 Porsche 911
Make Chrysler Porsche
Model Charger 911
Year Released 1973 2012
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5899 cc 3400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 252 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 7400 RPM
Torque 486 Nm 389 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 5600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4491 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1303 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2451 mm


 

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