2008 Dodge Charger vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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 (570 Nm) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2008 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1972 Ford GT 40 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 | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Charger | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 425 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 125 L |
