1973 Triumph TR6 vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (292 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1973 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1973 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 728 kg more than 1973 Triumph TR6. 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, 2012 Dodge Charger (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Triumph TR6 | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Triumph | Dodge |
| Model | TR6 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 72 L |
