2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1972 Ford Gran Torino
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Gran Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Gran Torino would be higher. At 5,751 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Gran Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 218 kg more than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Gran Torino. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Gran Torino.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 1972 Ford Gran Torino | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Charger | Gran Torino |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5652 cc | 5751 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 368 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 87 L |