2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1957 Ford Popular
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Popular would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (191 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1957 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1605 kg more than 1957 Ford Popular. 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Popular. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Popular has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Popular will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 1957 Ford Popular | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Charger | Popular |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 738 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2300 mm |