2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 33 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (486 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Charger |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 5899 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
