2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1961 Singer Gazelle
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Singer Gazelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Singer Gazelle would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (52 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1961 Singer Gazelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1299 kg more than 1961 Singer Gazelle. 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Singer Gazelle. (118 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Singer Gazelle. 2007 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1961 Singer Gazelle has manual transmission. 1961 Singer Gazelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1961 Singer Gazelle | |
| Make | Dodge | Singer |
| Model | Charger | Gazelle |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
